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Automakers step up autonomous car plans

Amy Scott Jan 16, 2018
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Automakers step up autonomous car plans

Amy Scott Jan 16, 2018
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The future of driving may be closer than we thought. General Motors has announced plans to mass produce a fully autonomous car without a steering wheel or pedals in 2019 — if it gets the go-ahead from federal regulators. Ford and other manufacturers aren’t far behind. 

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